Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Relief
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) is a condition in which the lower esophageal sphincter does not properly close and acid from the stomach leaks back into the esophagus. The esophagus carries food from the mouth to the stomach. Continuous exposure to the refluxed stomach acid on the esophageal lining causes a burning sensation in the chest or throat known as heartburn. Gastroesophageal reflux disease should not be mistaken with occasional heartburn. If the heartburn occurs more than twice a week, it may be GERD. This disease affects an estimated 5% - 7% of the global population. If left untreated GERD can eventually lead to more serious health problems.
The cause of gastroesophageal reflux disease is unknown but could be contributed to hiatal hernia. Hiatal hernia is when the upper part of the stomach slides above the diaphragm (muscle wall that separates the stomach from the chest). A person can also develop GERD as a result of a relaxed lower esophageal sphincter caused by certain medications or pressure on the abdomen from excess body weight (obesity). In some cases gastroesophageal reflux disease could be attributed to an individuals eating pattern such as eating big meals and lying down or snaking at bedtime.
Anyone can develop GERD including infants, pregnant women, children, and adults. Gastroesophageal reflux disease is often overlooked in infants and children. Elderly people with GERD usually have a more serious condition than younger people. A person's diet can affect symptoms of GERD. Certain foods can irritate the condition and others can help. Each time food is consumed stomach acid is released. Increased pressure in the stomach and/or relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter may cause acid reflux.
Several factors increase pressure in the stomach that could result in symptoms of GERD:
- Full Stomach
- Obesity
- Lying down
- Smoking
- Lifting heavy objects
- Pregnancy
There are several treatment options available for gastroesophageal reflux disease depending on the severity of the condition. These include over-the-counter antacids, prescription antacids, natural remedies, and surgery. Antacids for GERD may occasionally cause constipation, diarrhea, increased thirst, and stomach cramps. Many patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease may have to get an x-ray examination of the esophagus, a manometric study, or an esophageal pH study, depending on their specific symptoms.
Maintaining the proper pH with a product like Växa's Buffer-pH+ can significantly help alleviate symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease. According to the publication Prescription for Nutritional Healing, specific nutrients that are helpful with GERD include calcium, magnesium and potassium, which have an alkalizing effect that binds up stomach acid. The book also suggests different herbs such as Aloe vera, which aids in healing of the intestinal tract, and Chamomile to relieve esophageal irritation.
Växa's Buffer-pH+ not only contains alkalizing ingredients but also aloe vera and chamomile. Additional ingredients help prevent heart disease, weight gain, diabetes, osteoporosis, arthritis, dangerous cholesterol and premature aging.
In conjunction to Buffer-pH+, try Växa's Digestin, a homeopathic medicinal that has the specific ingredients mentioned above along with papaya leaf, peppermint leaf, ginger root, digestive enzymes, etc. All these ingredients are known to relieve symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease and help with digestion.
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